The DE-STA-CO 1200-E Pneumatic Retractor Clamp has a clamping bar that extends and retracts in a single motion for quicker loading and unloading compared to other pneumatic and manual clamps. It moves forward then clamps down to allow for a wide range of workpiece thicknesses while maintaining a low profile for tight spaces. It is made of aluminum and has built-in air flow control that provides smoother operation for repeated operations compared to manual clamps. The holding capacity is 550 to 1200 lb. and stroke length is 0.38". The port size is 1/4" NPT. The maximum inlet pressure is 150 psi.

Pneumatic clamps require a compressed air hook-up, also known as a pneumatic hook-up, to initiate clamping pressure. They use pressure and a holding screw, also known as a spindle, or an arm to hold a component in place. Pneumatic clamps may have a fixed clamping point at the end of a solid clamping bar, an adjustable holding screw that can be moved down a U-shaped clamping bar, or an arm that extends and rotates to clamp the workpiece.

DE-STA-CO manufactures clamping, gripping, transferring, indexing, and robotic tools. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Auburn, MI.